Angel Gabriel is proud to be the Valedictorian of Benjamin E. Mays High School. This year, Angel participated in the Dual Enrollment Accel Program at Georgia State University where she was inducted into Georgia State University’s chapter of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. With roots in New Orleans, Angel debuted as a maid and […]
Maria Gallo-Blanco is the daughter of Antonio Gallo and Derly Blanco. Maria grew up in a small village close to the coast of Acapulco Gro, Mexico. She spent her childhood mastering the English language after immigrating to the United States at the age of eight. With hopes of starting her own nonprofit organization in the […]
Nicole Echols is a very determined and hardworking individual. She is the first in her immediate family to graduate at the top of her class in high school. Nicole is very involved in numerous extracurricular activities such as Elite Sisterhood, The National Beta Club, and the National Honor Society. She plans to attend Clayton […]
Damian is a creative and outgoing individual. He is an active member of the Boys & Girls Club and the National Honor Society, and spends much of his time with “Men of Ambition,” a men’s leadership program at his school. Notably, Damian will be the first Valedictorian and first generation college student within his immediate […]
Collin Seymour’s past four years at Carver School of the Arts have been filled with great opportunities and great mentors. The relationships Collin has built with his teachers and peers have enabled him to be successful throughout his high school career. His educational experiences have challenged him to go above and beyond the expected average […]
Vanessa Rodriguez-Badillo is a dedicated student who has demonstrated her potential to excel not only in academics, but also in extracurricular activities. Vanessa is an exemplarily leader. She is a member of the National Honors Society of High School Scholars, National Beta Club, Carver High School Book Café, and Student Government Association. Vanessa is currently […]
Yuma Danso was born in the United States but raised in Gambia for 10 years. When she returned to the United States, she struggled with mastering the English language, following the school curriculum, and identifying herself as a Muslim in America. Despite the challenges, she took advantage of every opportunity that was placed before her […]
Marlon Portillo was born in El Salvador, and later migrated to Atlanta at the age of 10. During his 8th grade year, Marlon enrolled at Price Middle School and began experiencing cultural changes during his transition from his former suburban school system. As a Latino minority, Marlon knew he had something to prove to himself, […]
Deborah Fataki was born to two immigrants from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Her father was a French teacher with Atlanta Public Schools and her mother owns a hair salon. Deborah’s love for education comes from her parent’s commitment to acquire knowledge. She is currently dually enrolled at Georgia State University where she studies […]
Xayla Wilson is currently dually enrolled at Carver Early College and Georgia State University. At both institutions, she holds academic honors including the Principal’s List and Georgia State University’s Dean’s List. Beyond her affinity for academics, athletics round out her commitment and talents, as she is the co-captain of the girl’s golf team and softball team manager. Xayla’s academics are only surpassed […]